Hard Headz
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Hi Curious Visitor
TORI TATTOOS
ABOUT ME
Hi! My name is Tori!
I am currently apprenticing under Toof at Hard Headz Tattoo Studio- but!-
I have been making art my whole life!!
In this non-stop quest to create,
I have found that I really love working with markers, all forms of clay, painting, and ALWAYS discovering new ways to express myself!
You can check out a lot of my recent work on my instagram: @toritattoos1
I was born in Chicago and frequent there often. I moved to Winona, MN in 2014 to study Art Education and Art History. In June of 2020, I moved to the cities where I have been teaching art up until July of 2025.
After the school year was over, I decided to change course and dive into my deep passion and interest in tattooing!
As a beginner in the tattoo world, I am really interested in tattooing many different styles but my work mainly reflects a neo-traditional look!
When I am not at the shop, you can find me at home hanging with my lovely partner and my puppy, Peanut!
I also love adventuring out and finding cool shops, restuarants, or events happening around the cities!
I am a huge fan of thrifting and can often be found at the local thrift, trying to find doodads to add to my ever growing menagerie at home!
Booking with Me
Hello! Thank you for your interest in my work!
I am very excited to give you the tattoo of your dreams in the near future!
Please read through my policy for services and appointment details.
If you have any questions, please contact me via email at victoriar14@gmail.com
Weekly Availability
Tuesday: 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11 AM - 2:00 PM
Deposit: $25
Minumum $50 flat rate,
rate subject to change
more about the artist...
I was born in Chicago, IL to two very artistic humans. My love of art and making things started from a very young age and grew very quickly in my art-loving home. I was constantly taking art classes in school, outside of school, and always working on new projects at home.
During my college years, I studied art education and art history. At this point in my adult life, I became curious about tattoos. I saved up enough as a broke college student to get at least one or two tattoos a year, a couple of my own design.
During this exploration, I had thought about dropping out of school to pursue becoming a tattoo artist. I ultimately decided to put that dream on the back burner as I was halfway through my schooling.
After I graduated, I moved to the Twin Cities and taught visual arts to students with disabilities. Although this was very fulfilling in many ways, I felt misunderstood and undervalued in the education system.
I decided to quit teaching art to pursue tattooing, an occupation that was more arts centered. I was and still am very passionate about instilling art appreciation and giving young minds the tools and opportunities to create. I am excited to find the time to volunteer at an after-school art program for children.
As an artist, I try to expand my horizons on any medium unknown to me, therefore, I have a lot of experience working with many different types of mediums.
I have experience in stained glass, silversmithing (more specifically, bezel-set rings), ceramics (wheel and hand building), relief printmaking, sewing, drawing, painting, and seed beading. I find so much joy in educating myself in a new medium. I am constantly seeking out new ways to grow and become an even stronger artist.
My interest in tattoos started when I was very young. I have always loved decorating and personalizing every notebook, piece of technology, and even my furniture. No wonder I had a fascination with decorating my skin!
I have so much love and appreciation for all tattoo styles and any artist that has a really unique twist to their work. I love to travel to different places to get tattoos. I think they make great souvenirs!
As I have grown and my taste in tattoos has matured, I have really honed into the Neo-Traditional tattoo styles. One moment I could feel my appreciation for the traditional style blooming was at “Tattoo” A temporary exhibit at the Field Museum in Chicago, Illinois. This exhibit explored the history and cultural significance around the world. I was immediately fascinated by the historic roots and meaning traditional style tattoos have. I love the bold lines and limited color palettes. In my work, I love adding in a contemporary twist to my designs by using relevant or humorous subjects.
As an educator and an artist, I will never stop learning about new ways to create an express myself. I am grateful and look forward to all the artistic and educational opportunities presented to me.
~ Tori Tattoos-
